Rydges Canberra

4.0 star property

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Serves lunch and dinner
Executive King Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Indoor pool
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT, 2603
  • Manuka Shopping Centre
    9 min walk
  • Manuka Oval
    11 min walk
  • Parliament House
    18 min walk
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    15 min drive

Room options

Executive King Suite

  • 533.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Embassy Suite

  • 969 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Sofa Beds OR 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 409.0 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room (King)

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Rydges Canberra

Hotel in Forrest
This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a sauna, a conference center, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Rydges Canberra offers 186 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Canberra hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.
In addition to an indoor pool, Rydges Canberra provides a spa tub and a sauna. Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

Event facilities measuring 2153 square feet (200 square meters) include a conference center. This Art Deco hotel also offers multilingual staff, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Limited onsite parking is offered on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge), and a car charging station is available. A total renovation of this property was completed in September 2020.

Rydges Canberra is a smoke-free property.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
The George Grill - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
The George Bar - This bar specializes in local cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open select days.
Breakfast by The George - This restaurant serves breakfast only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (AUD 25 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 34 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Breakfast by The George
  • The George Bar
  • The George Grill

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (2,153 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 34 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 25 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Rydges Canberra Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 623 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 623 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 623 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 623 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 623 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Norma

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sophie

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Laurence

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
I was disappointed and surprised there was no safe in the room, unusual for such an establishment. We stayed for 3 nights and, as the cleaning was being conducted late afternoon, we declined the offer as it was too late in the day. We were ready to rest by then. Restaurant was very good, room was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Allison

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and clean. The TV didn't work very well and when I enquired about it I was told to unplug and plug back in which makes me believe it was an ongoing issue. The buffet breakfast was very nice. The carpark wasn't great, very small spots and the licence plate recognition to get in and out of the carpark only worked sometimes.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Peta

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rude staff member at check in, strange odour in bed, breakfast was over cooked and most of the clean dishes had dirty spots.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the pool is not heated or the heating was not working so temperature was very cold, otherwise the rest of the stay was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Narelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brendon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed on business. Was convenient and cost effect. Could do with an update.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samentha M

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
our stay was good and convenient as we held our conference in the same place. It was very good, as there is a Swimming pool. Spa, Sauna, we utilized it, and a (gym, we did not used). I'm happy to recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa Elena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic Stay with Great Amenities
Our stay at the Rydges Canberra hotel was fantastic. Check-in was quick and hassle-free, and the room was ready for us. The beds and pillows are very comfortable, with both firm and soft pillows to suit all preferences. The breakfast is plentiful and offers options for all tastes. The hotel also has a pool, spa, and gym, with plenty of towels available for use. The temperature of both the pool and spa was perfect. The parking is secure, and there are enough spaces — I never had trouble finding a spot. The only area for improvement is that I had to move a bed to look for something and found a winter hat and a sock that didn’t belong to me or any member of my family. The cleaning staff should move the beds and vacuum underneath because it’s clear that they don’t usually do so.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Rydges looks like it needs a renovation
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

bradley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good comfy beds, nice view shower was very nice. Property says it was renovated back a few years ago and have seemed to have left behind small paint drops and paint flaking off near the room door. The toilet is placed so close to the wall even a skinny person gets poked by the toilet roll holder sticking out. All in all a nice stay and a nice room if you put this aside. Staff was very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Rydges In Canberra was very nice hotel, the staff were very accommodating and the breakfast buffet was better than expected. Very close to shops, Parliament House and also a small walk to the football ground. I would definitely recommend and stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

LEE-ANNE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rydges is always a nice place to stay and their beds are the most comfortable of any hotel - except the sofa bed. We booked for three adults and the sofa bed is not suitable for an adult - the mattress is extremely thin Other than that we had a pleasant stay,parking is good and convenient - breakfast buffet has gone down in quality since our last visit
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Rashid

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Carpets & curtains were stained, furniture was showing its age with stains, chips & damaged corners, ask for room swipe and staff on duty replied, OTHER ROOMS ARE IN SIMILAR CONDITION & soon we are having renovations. Disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024